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The driver of the Astra, a 68-year-old man from Bournemouth, died at the scene. Police told relatives this afternoon.

The driver of the Nissan Juke – a 49-year-old woman from Waterlooville in Hampshire – suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Southampton General Hospital. Police said this evening that her condition is not life-threatening.

Three men who were also travelling in the Juke sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and were taken to Poole Hospital for treatment.

Police Sergeant Mark Scammell, of the traffic unit, said: "I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident and has yet to speak to officers to please contact Dorset Police.

"I would like to thank motorists for their patience during the road closures which are necessary to allow emergency services to deal with the incident."